Strawberry Cream Cheese Loaf

Instructions

step 1 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two small loaf pans or one standard loaf pan. /n
step 2 In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. /n
step 3 In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. /n
step 4 Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and sour cream. /n
step 5 Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. /n
step 6 Fold in the chopped strawberries. /n
step 7 In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. /n
step 8 Pour half of the batter into the prepared pans, add a layer of cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter and swirl gently. /n
step 9 Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. /n
step 10 Let cool before slicing and serving.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store the loaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days due to the cream cheese layer. Bring to room temperature before serving or warm slightly in the microwave. This loaf can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.